Molecular Geometry Flashcards
What is the shape of a molecule with 2 bonding pairs and 0 lone pairs
Linear
What is the shape of a molecule with 3 bonding pairs and 0 lone pairs
Trigonal Planar
What is the shape of a molecule with 4 bonding pairs and 0 lone pairs
Tetrahedral
What is the shape of a molecule with 5 bonding pairs and 0 lone pairs
Trigonal Bipyramidal
What is the shape of a molecule with 6 bonding pairs and 0 lone pairs
Octahedral
What is the shape of a molecule with 2 bonding pairs and 2 like pairs
Bent
What is the shape of a molecule with 3 bonding pairs and 1 lone pair
Trigonal Pyramidal
What is the order of repulsion strength between pairs?
Line Pair - Lone Pair > Lone Pair - Bonding Pair > Bonding Pair - Bonding Pair